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10 Easiest Bachelor’s Degrees
Ready to earn a bachelor’s degree with less stress? Check out our list of the easiest bachelor’s degrees to get started.
Countries With Free College
Our guide outlines which countries offer free college. We discuss what free college is and whether it’s offered to a country’s citizens or all students.
Vocational Trade Schools in the 21st Century
Vocational and trade school trends often highlight growth opportunities in the job market and new career options for prospective students. Read on to learn more.
Online Colleges That Provide Laptop Perks
Laptops are essential for online school, but they can be pricey. If you need a computer, consider these colleges with free laptops and other discounts.
Online Open-Enrollment Colleges: How Do They Work?
So what exactly are online open enrollment colleges? Online open enrollment colleges accept almost all applicants and have few requirements for applying.
MyCAA Program for Military Spouses
Earn Your License, Certificate or Associate Degree with the MyCAA Program for Military Spouses What’s on this page Find MyCAA Schools & ProgramsMyCAA Overview & EligibilityApplying for MyCAABenefits of Online Learning While most educational financial aid for the military is focused on the service member themselves though Tuition Assistance, Tuition Assistance Top-Up and the GI …
Trade School vs. College: Which Should You Go?
Choosing between trade school vs. college can shape your entire career. Prospective students may feel stuck wondering “Should I go to college or should I go to a vocational school?” If you are trying to decide whether to earn a vocational vs. college degree, this article offers tips to make an educated choice. You can …
Test-Optional Colleges Not Requiring SAT or ACT Scores
Test-optional schools don’t require your SAT or ACT scores. Some colleges don’t consider them in admission decisions at all. Learn more about test-optional colleges.
College Application Guide for Home Schooled Students
Advice, Scholarships & Resources As the number of homeschoolers continues to climb toward 2.5 million and more colleges roll out homeschool-specific guidelines for applicants, higher education has taken on a decidedly favorable attitude towards this population of learners. Most homeschooling families still have questions about the college application process. Learn more about the elements of …
Guide to High School Equivalency Exams
A Guide to the HiSET, TASC, NEDP and GED Not having a high school diploma can hinder an individual’s future potential earnings. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, someone with a high school diploma has median weekly earnings of $679, while those without one come in at $494. And because a high school diploma …
How to Write a Letter of Recommendation
Expert Resources & Advice for Admissions, Scholarships & Internships As college admissions panels and hiring committees sift through hundreds of applications, how will yours stand out? Enter the letter of recommendation. The task of self-evaluation required on a personal essay helps those who decide your fate get a sense of who you think you are, …
Can I Get Into Graduate School With a Low GPA?
A Low GPA Doesn’t Have to Keep You from Your Grad School Dreams According to the Council of Graduate Schools’ Survey of Graduate Enrollment and Degrees, there were a total of 2.2 million graduate school applications submitted to colleges and universities around the country for the 2016 academic year. With that many applicants competing for spots, students …
How to Get a College Application Fee Waiver
The cost of a college education gets a lot of attention these days, and for good reason: Simply applying to college can be an expensive undertaking. There’s the cost of standardized tests, the application fee and travel costs for campus visits. Before you know it, you may have to spend $100 or more for each …
Your Guide to College Admissions
Information and Resources for Students and Parents College applications: words that strike fear in the hearts of many high school juniors and seniors. But students need not tremble and break out into a sweat. While the college application process will always be associated with some stress, the more you know about it, the better you …
Online Graduate School Guidebook
How to Choose a Program, Get In and Graduate Graduate school gives students a tremendous opportunity to grow academically, professionally, and financially. The following guide explores the graduate school landscape, from the wealth of degree options to the rise of online programs. Learn more about how to choose the right graduate program and what it …
Your Guide to Affordable Online Colleges
Learn about the world of online colleges, how they work, and how to find the best tuition rates for your degree.
Should You Get a Dual Degree?
Resources, Advice & Questions Answered Employers want to hire people that add value to their companies and organizations. A graduate or undergraduate degree can represent this potential value, but if one degree is good, does that make two degrees better? In some fields, the answer is “yes.” But getting a second degree will take more …
Guide to Returning to College as an Adult
How to Return to College as an Older Student The term “college student” typically conjures up images of 18-year-olds in sweats stumbling to morning classes after a night out partying. But the facts about what’s “typical” today paint a different picture — one of an older student juggling a full-time job and family responsibilities while …
How to Write a College Essay
Accreditation ensures academic quality. Read how to confirm whether your online school is accredited and learn about the red flags to look out for.
Shape your future with an online degree
Connect with a community of peers, and find a program that will allow you to continue your education in a fast and flexible way.